2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 53 L |
